Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025, introduced by U.S. Representative Jefferson Shreve (R-Ind.). This legislation will boost domestic mining and mineral processing capacity by expediting environmental review of mining infrastructure projects under the FAST-41 process.
“It’s critical for the United States to achieve… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a legislative hearing on bills to strengthen local management of public lands, expand recreational access, and recognize important pieces of America’s historic legacy. Subcommittee Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) issued the following statement in response:
“It is the responsibility of this Subcommittee to consider reasonable proposals that… Read more »
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9436, the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026, introduced by U.S. Representative Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.). This legislation extends a current regulatory pause to provide much-needed certainty for the families and communities that rely on Maine’s lobster fishery.
“Maine’s iconic lobster fishery contributes billions of dollars to the… Read more »
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S. 858, the Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, sponsored by U.S. Senator Jim Justice (R-W.V.). The House companion, H.R. 186, was introduced by U.S. Representative Blake Moore (R-Utah). The bipartisan, bicameral legislation ensures the National Medal of Honor Monument will be located in a place of… Read more »
Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) joined Congressional Western Caucus Chair Celeste Maloy (R-Utah), U.S. Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah), U.S. Rep. Mike Kennedy (R-Utah), U.S. Rep. Burgess Owens (R-Utah) and the Department of Agriculture Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment, Michael Boren, in Beaver, Utah, to survey… Read more »
Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported legislation that will improve the management of and visitor experiences at public lands, and support law enforcement officers and Alaska Native traditions. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response:
“For the second straight week, the House Committee on Natural Resources has advanced… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held a legislative hearing on bills to support endangered salmon species recovery and combat invasive parasites and aquatic species. Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement in response:
“Proactive species management is the gold standard of environmental stewardship. House Republicans will continue… Read more »
Today, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources held a legislative hearing on bills securing American mineral dominance by modernizing geologic mapping capabilities, leveraging emerging quantum technology and expanding access to streamlined permitting for projects across the country. Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) issued the following statement in response:
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Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported legislation to support Indian Country and rural communities across the country, boost Maine’s legendary lobster fishing industry and enhance natural resources conservation. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response:
“Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources advanced a slate of… Read more »
Yesterday, President Donald Trump signed two proclamations reducing the size of the Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Utah. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response:
“Right-sizing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante restores the original intent of the Antiquities Act and corrects gross presidential… Read more »
